June marks the start of summer, and with it, a host of exciting opportunities for capturing your team at their best. Whether it’s an on location session at your office, at our studio, at the beach, in the mountains, or on a tropical island, our certified photography team is here to help you look your best and make the most of your summer. Book your corporate session and allow us to reduce all anxiety with our turnkey service and satisfaction guarantee.
Overcome the Challenges of Photographing in the Harsh Summer Sunlight and Ensure that Your Photos are Perfect Every time:
- Reflectors: A reflector can help bounce light onto your subject, reducing harsh shadows and providing more even lighting.
- Find Shade: If possible, move your subject into a shaded area to avoid direct sunlight and harsh shadows.
- Golden Hour vs. Blue Hour: Try to shoot early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the sunlight is softer and more flattering.
- Large Soft Box (48” +) with Multiple Layers of Diffusion: This diffused light will soften the harsh sunlight, creating a more balanced and pleasing light on your subject. You can use this large light source to block harsh shadows or the sun for headshots.
- Adjust Your Camera Settings: Lower your ISO, increase your shutter speed, and use a smaller aperture to prevent overexposure. IE: ISO 100, SS 1/320, f/9.
- Fill Flash: A fill flash can help lighten shadows on your subject’s face and create a more balanced exposure.
- Position Your Subject Wisely: Position your subject so the sun is behind them to create a backlit effect, reducing harsh shadows on their face.
- Use a Lens Hood: A lens hood can help reduce lens flare caused by direct sunlight hitting the lens.
- Shoot in RAW: Shooting in RAW format gives you more flexibility in post-processing to correct exposure and reduce harsh highlights and shadows.
- Polarizing Filter: A polarizing filter can help reduce glare and reflections, enhancing colors and contrast in your photos.
Fun Fact About Photo Printing
Did you know that the first printed photograph was produced in 1826 by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce? It took him eight hours to expose the image! Today, thanks to modern technology, we can print high-quality photos in seconds. At Integrity Images, we use state-of-the-art printing techniques to ensure your images are long-lasting.
Stay connected with us on social media for the latest projects, tips, and promotions. Share your photos with us using the hashtag #IntegrityImagesJune for a chance to be featured on our page. Visit our website to explore our services and read more informative blogs.
Enjoy this review of Michael Reiland’s June workshop, “Create Award-Winning Landscape Photographs from Capture to WOW” written by PPGH member Kathy Kinser.
Landscape Workshop Review by Kathy Kinser
Thank you for being part of the Integrity Images community. We look forward to capturing and sharing your summer adventures!
Call now to schedule your June session – let’s create images that will take you and your team to new heights.
